Sarah M. Lyle

User Experience / User Interface Designer
Front-End Web Designer & Developer
Graphic Designer

I am a designer and a developer with the ability to think creatively and technically to research, design, and create projects, solve problems, develop and implement applications, as well as lead and manage multiple people and projects.

As a designer I can create and establish brand identities as well as design within established brands. I also design and develop User Interfaces from prototyping to coding, to implementing final designs. I also know how to research and participate in User Experience processes and methods to help customers understand user needs and arrive at solutions and establish requirements.

I am also able to crank out code for front-end website and application design and development. I am skilled in Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) and HTML. I know my way around C# and am able to jump into projects easily. Knowing how to develop gives me a pretty good understanding of what's possible and how to communicate my designs to developers.

I am able to lead projects small and large, technical and creative. I am able to see the bigger picture to solve problems. I am highly motivated, loyal, positive, and passionate about my work. I believe in effective communication and am not afraid to try new roles and responsibilities.

My Work

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Featured Projects

Check out a few featured projects below.

CAGE Website

Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Program Public Website

I created a brand identity for the CAGE Program and designed a new public facing website. I researched their users and examined the customer's needs to create a website that would give the users the ability to find what they needed quickly and allow the customer to easily communicate notices and provide information to their users. Their website allows a user to search CAGE code information in a few steps and easily find the information they need. I also provided CSS development and support during development of the website.

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DTS Website

Defense Travel System (DTS)

I had the opportunity to participate in a stretch assignment for several months to learn and offer additional support. I was plopped in a very small team of User Experience and Interface Designers and Developers to help redesign DTS. I had to get up-to-speed quickly to provide mock-ups for several new pages and functions. Collaborated remotely multiple times a week to create designs and make decisions on features and application needs. This project was a major redesign which meant major change for the users, with great visibility. I was able to work seamlessly with the team and collaborate on the project using Axure RP.

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Work Experience

I have worked for USG agencies and their customers for over 17 years. I've supported the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) providing solutions for the Defense Logistics Information Service (DLIS), Logistics Cataloging and Data Solutions (LCDS), Disposition Services, Defense Travel System (DTS), and the Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Program. I am well versed in USG operations and procedures and know how to navigate in a government setting.

User Experience/User Interface Designer/Front-End Web Developer

Northrop Grumman

9/2013 - Current

As the lead and sole designer, I am responsible for providing User Interface design and development for web applications. I am responsible for providing graphics, logos, identities, and other visual aids as needed. I also troubleshoot UI issues and changes, as well as support font-end development utilizing HTML, C#, and CSS. I manage and lead multiple projects, provide status, complete them on time, coordinate training and meetings, and communicate effectively. I also participate in Quality Assurance Initiatives and testing for software applications. I work well independently and am able to navigate in team settings.

Highlights:

  • Created multiple SharePoint sites; design and administer pages and web parts.
  • Lead Designer for three government agencies.
  • Responsible for back-up PM duties for the CAGE/DIW Team as well as the CAGE Tier3 Team.
  • Participate in Capture projects and on boarding for new employees.
  • Participate in Employee Engagement Initiatives - design programs and administer and deliver monthly awards
  • Versed in Section 508 Accessbile Design and development
  • Quickly learned how to navigate the USG's Risk Management Framework (RMF) and exceeded expectations as one of the only contractors to participate.
  • Proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Axure RP, HTML, CSS, C#, TFS, WorldSpace Attest, SharePoint

Multimedia Designer

Northrop Grumman

6/2002 - 9/2013

As a lead and sole designer for a Distributed Learning Team, I was responsible for providing User Interface designs for web and computer-based training and applications. I was responsible for providing graphics, logos, brand identities, and other visual aids as needed to support eLearning and marketing materials. I was able to utilize instructional design knowledge on several projects and marketing applications. Our training and marketing materials were used world-wide and received high accolades.

Highlights:

  • Created an Online University in SharePoint; designed and administered pages and web parts.
  • Lead Designer for the team.
  • Responsible for Section 508 Accessibility rules, design, and development
  • Created many marketing applications and training applications for multiple subjects and initiatives.
  • Managed and lead multiple projects often simultaneously.
  • Utilized Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Flash, Swift, HTML, CSS, SharePoint

Education

Capella University - Minneapolis, MN

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, 12/2011

Emphasis in Project Management
Magna Cum Laude

Kellogg Community College - Battle Creek, MI

Associates of Applied Science in Graphic Design, 5/1999
Magna Cum Laude

Microsoft Technical Associate (MTA)

HTML5 and CSS3, 1/2020